The Rhode Island House of Representatives has introduced a resolution expressing its deepest condolences on the passing of Martha M. Farrell, who died on February 21, 2026, at the age of seventy-one. Martha was a devoted wife to Thomas C. Farrell for nearly fifty years, and their love story began during the Blizzard of 1978. Born in Central Falls, she was raised with strong values of family, faith, and service, which she carried throughout her life. Martha dedicated her career to nursing, providing compassionate care at various hospitals in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and was known for her professionalism and kindness.

In addition to her nursing career, Martha was actively involved in her community, volunteering at her children's schools, her church, and with organizations such as Marriage Equality Rhode Island. She served as a mentor and was a member of the Cumberland School Committee, fostering goodwill and friendship in her neighborhood. Martha is survived by her husband, children, sister, and grandchildren. The resolution concludes with the House extending its sincere condolences to her family and friends and authorizing the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of the resolution to them.

Introduced By: Representatives Marszalkowski, Ackerman, Voas, Shekarchi
Date Introduced: March 05
Referred To: House read and passed